Who invented the hot dog?

It’s hard to say definitively who invented the hot dog, but credit has gone to Emil Reichel and Sam Ladany (the co-founders of Vienna Beef) and Johann Georghehner, a German butcher. No one is entirely sure.

Why are they called franks or wieners?

Hot dogs are called franks, short for frankfurters, because they may have begun in Frankfurt, Germany. Hot dogs are called wieners because they may have begun in Vienna, Austria, which is wien in German.

When was the hot dog invented?

Sausages date all the way back to ancient times, but the hot dog is first found mentioned in print in the late 1800s.

Where was the hot dog invented?

There is no definitive answer, but Frankfurt, Germany and Vienna, Austria both take credit for the invention of the hot dog.

How did the hot dog get its name?

There are several myths about how the hot dog got its name, but the most likely origin is 19th century college humor, when students would make crude jokes pertaining to the questionable origin of the meat in hot dogs.

Why are hot dogs red?

Hot dogs are red because sodium nitrite is added to cure the meat, add flavor, and prevent the growth of bacteria. Sodium nitrite is also added to bacon, cold cuts, and Spam.

Thai Style Hot Dog Recipe Ideas

If there is one thing we love about Thai food, it is the fact that it is bursting with fresh and vibrant flavors.

So, it probably does not come as any surprise to learn that we could learn a thing or two from the people of Thailand when it comes to sprucing up the humble hot dog.

With that in mind, let’s take a look at some topping suggestions and serving inspiration when it comes to Thai-style hot dogs.

There is no need for a bun or bread

Most Americans cannot imagine eating a hot dog without a hot dog bun. However, you will find that this is a food item that can stand on its own two feet.

The people of Thailand do not usually eat hot dogs with bread.

Instead, they will either deep fry them or grill them on a stick.

The best hot dogs for the job are the small ones labeled as sausages or cocktail hot dogs, which they then deep fry in batter for a finger-food style snack.

Delicious!

The flavors of Thailand for toppings

Are you bored of the classic ketchup and mustard topping when having a hot dog?

Well, a little bit of inspiration from Thailand can go a very long way. Fresh, delicious ingredients can completely transform a simple hot dog, giving you an amazing culinary experience that you may not have expected.

This Thai Style Hot Dog recipe is one we cannot recommend highly enough.

You will need the following ingredients:

Hot dog bread rolls
Beef hot dogs
Peanuts
Red pepper flakes
Sesame oil
Mustard
Ketchup
Soy sauce
Peanut butter
Jalapeno
Cilantro
Red bell pepper
Carrots
Red cabbage
Maple syrup
Sesame oil
Rice vinegar

Yes, there are a lot of ingredients, but trust us, it is worth it!

Prepare your hot dogs in your preferred manner, and then create a peanut sauce and delicious Thai-inspired slaw to go on top.

For the peanut sauce, grab a big measuring cup. Whisk together the red pepper flakes, sesame oil, mustard, ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and peanut butter.

For the slaw, grab a big measuring cup and blend together the maple syrup, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. You can then toss the dressing with the shredded carrots, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, red bell pepper, and cabbage.

We like to put the peanut sauce on the bottom of the hot dog bun, add the hot dog, and then top it with slaw, but it is up to you how you prefer to assemble your Thai-inspired hot dog.

Dog Haus has already jumped on the Thai trend

If there is one place that knows how to create an incredible hot dog, it is Dog Haus.

Dog Haus has gained critical acclaim and nationwide attention thanks to their signature all-beef Haus Dogs.

Not only are their ingredients amazing, but they always stay one step ahead of the game regarding the hot dog concoctions they put together.

Thai Fighter Hot Dog

You only need to look at the Thai Fighter hot dog they created to see that this is the case.

Adam Gertler, the Culinary Director of Dog Haus, said the following:

“The ingredients are authentic to Thai cuisine, even though the sausage is made in a more European style. The Thai Fighter has a rabid fan base.”
Adam Gertler, Culinary Director of Dog Haus

This gourmet dog consists of Thai currywurst, which is bursting with flavor, topped with spicy basil aioli, pickled jalapenos, and wild arugula. The dog is served on a trio of King’s Hawaiian rolls, which are unseparated to create a sausage-length “bun.” The rolls are grilled before serving.

With the Thai fighter, you can expect a hot dog that certainly lives up to the name. It packs a very powerful punch thanks to the blend of fish sauce, red curry paste, Thai lime leaves, and Thai chiles.